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Gonococcal endocarditis: assessment by transesophageal echocardiography
J L Sobel1, A S Maisel, R Tarazi
1Department of Medicine, University of California, School of Medicine, San Diego Veteran Affairs Medical Center, USA.
Summary
Gonococcal endocarditis is a severe infection with high mortality. Early transesophageal echocardiography is crucial for diagnosing intracardiac abscess and fistula in these patients.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Cardiology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Gonococcal endocarditis is a rare, aggressive infection.
- It is associated with high rates of perivalvular abscess and mortality.
- Prompt diagnosis and intervention are critical.